1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Bluebird | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2475 mm |
